Hotwire Deals: Save up to 60% on Hotels, Flights, and Car Rentals

Hotwire is positioning itself as a go-to for budget travelers, with discounts that can reach 60% on hotels, plus savings on flights and car rentals. The site’s Hot Rate deals offer deep cuts on properties worldwide—but the catch is that the hotel’s name stays hidden until after booking. You only see the location, rating, reviews, and amenities upfront.

Signing up for Hotwire emails adds an extra $10 off eligible hotel bookings, and that discount stacks with other savings. First responders can verify their status through I.D.me to get an additional 10% off Hot Rate Hotels and Hot Rate Car deals. Military members—active, retired, or veterans, plus their spouses and children—can take up to $10 off Hot Rate Hotels on stays over $100 after verification.

Bundling flights and hotels together saves an average of $294 compared to booking separately, and packages can include car rentals too. Seasonal sales pop up throughout the year, including around Easter, Memorial Day, and Cyber Week, so keeping an eye on the calendar helps. Creating a free account or downloading the app ensures you get deal alerts.

If a promo code fails, the first step is to check for typos. Then review the terms: make sure the booking isn’t excluded, the code hasn’t expired, and the minimum spend is met. Switching devices can rule out software issues, and if problems persist, contacting Hotwire directly is the recommended next step.